Vénuste Niyongabo is a Burundian former long and middle-distance runner. In 1996, he became the first Olympic medalist from Burundi by winning the 5000 metres at the 1996 Summer Olympics. He had only competed twice before in that event prior to winning the gold medal.
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About this person
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
living
Dates
Born 1973 · age 52
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